How to make jelly candles at home + important tips
How to make jelly candles at home + important tips
Jelly candles are one of the most beautiful and special candle-making models, very popular due to their high transparency and ability to be decorated with dried flowers, shells, pearls, etc. In this tutorial, you will learn how to easily make professional jelly candles at home.
Required equipment:
- Gel Wax
- Heat-resistant glass cup
- Candle wick
- Special glue or popsicle stick to secure the wick
- Essential oil for candles (optional)
- Gel dye (if needed)
- Decorations: dried flowers, shells, pearls, wreaths
Steps to make a jelly candle:
- Melt the gel in a bain-marie over low heat. Wait until it becomes completely clear and free of bubbles.
- If you wish, add a few drops of coloring or essential oil to the gel and stir.
- Secure the wick in the middle of the glass with glue or a stick.
- Place decorations inside the glass (such as dried flowers or shells).
- Slowly pour the hot gel into the glass. Avoid pouring suddenly to avoid creating bubbles.
- Let the gel cool and harden at room temperature (about 4–6 hours).
Important points:
- Use a quality candle making gel to ensure good transparency.
- Thin glass containers may break; it is better to use durable glass.
- To prevent bubbles, avoid stirring too much and pouring the gel quickly.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is wax gel different from hair gel or industrial gel?
Yes, special, heat-resistant candle making gel. Using other gels is dangerous and not recommended at all.
Why does my gel have bubbles?
Either the temperature was too high, or it was poured too quickly. It is better to pour the gel slowly and at the right temperature (around 70-80 degrees).
Can I make colored gel?
Yes. With special jelly candle dye (for transparent materials), you can create beautiful colors without making the candle opaque.
